WORCESTER, Mass. – The Assumption University men's ice hockey team scored three goals in the third period, as the Greyhounds topped Fitchburg State University 3-1 in non-conference action, Tuesday evening at the Worcester Ice Center.
THE BASICS
Score: Assumption University 3, Fitchburg State University 1
Records: Greyhounds (3-1-0, 0-1-0 NE10) | Falcons (1-2-0, 0-0-0 MASCAC)
HOW IT HAPPENED
Fitchburg State came out firing in the opening period, outshooting Assumption 15-1, but
Brayden Ingram stood tall between the pipes, turning aside all 15 shots to keep the contest scoreless through the first 20 minutes.
The Greyhounds found their offensive rhythm in the second period, matching the Falcons with 13 shots on goal. Despite generating several scoring opportunities, Assumption could not break through against Fitchburg State goaltender Brendan Nee. Ingram continued his strong performance, making another 13 saves to keep the game tied 0-0 heading into the final period.
Assumption finally broke through at 3:56 of the third period, as
Jamison Alicandro scored his first goal of the season off assists from
Chris Stackhouse and
Shane McElhaney, giving the Greyhounds a 1-0 advantage. Fitchburg State responded at 9:44 when Hunter Dunn scored off an assist from Markus Macchioni, evening the contest at 1-1.
The Greyhounds regained the lead at 14:29, as
Tyler Bourgea netted his first goal of the season off assists from
Caden Connors and
Brett Cunningham. Just 16 seconds later, Bourgea struck again, this time off a feed from
Patrick McKiernan, extending Assumption's advantage to 3-1. The Greyhounds held off the Falcons down the stretch to secure the victory.
INSIDE THE NUMBERS
- Ingram delivered a standout performance in net, finishing with 44 saves, including 16 in the third period, to earn his first win of the season.
- Bourgea led the offense with two goals, including the game-winner, while Alicandro added a goal.
- Jonathan Surrette paced Assumption with five shots on goal, while Cunningham recorded four.
- Despite being outshot 45-26, the Greyhounds capitalized on their third-period opportunities and successfully killed all four Fitchburg State power plays.
- Fitchburg State still leads the all-time series 40-22-1.
UP NEXT
- Assumption at Saint Michael's College, Friday, November 13, 7:00 pm.
- Fitchburg State vs. Rivier University, Saturday, November 14, 4:00 pm.
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